51 22 280 Removing and installing/replacing door stop on left or right rear door

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Close door windows
Remove SOUND INSULATION in front section

NOTE: Secure rear door against falling closed.
After disengaging doorstop, use suitable means of preventing door from opening past its maximum permissible opening angle (risk of damaging paintwork or bodywork).

Pull out rubber cover (1).

Release screw (3).

Tightening torque: 51 22 5AZ .

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 51 22 3AZ .

Slide out doorstop.

Installation note:

Seal (1) must not be damaged.

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Remove door stop (1) via aperture (2).

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Installation note:

The following parts of door retainer (3) must not be damaged:

Hinge
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